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BJ08 OBV

2008 BMW 1 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,764 mi
Last recorded92,764 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 BMW 1 Series78,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 OBV
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 92,764 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front windows fitted with dark window tints

Fail 18 Aug 2016 92,763 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner face (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front windows fitted with dark window tints

Pass 22 Aug 2015 80,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 73,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 63,206 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing slightly on the outer edge.

Pass 13 Jun 2012 48,525 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 26,055 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 25,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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BJ08 OBV is a 2008 BMW 1 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 78,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ08 OBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 1 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ08 OBV registered?

BJ08 OBV is a 2008 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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The MOT history for BJ08 OBV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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